Winter can be hard with the short days and weeks that sometimes feel like months. BUT sometimes the right playlist can turn our mood into something a bit more optimistic. So, forget the groundhog, and the 6 more weeks of winter. Forget that the sun doesn't come up until 7, or that it gets dark ...
Dealing with body image issues in 2023
Note: this post was written in its entirety by ChatGPT Dealing with body image issues in 2023 will likely involve a combination of self-care strategies and professional help. Some tips for self-care include: Focusing on self-compassion and treating yourself with kindness. Practicing mindfulness, which can help you be more present and less self-critical. Engaging in regular physical activity and ...
Work-Life Balance or Harmony?
I had always thought work-life "balance" was the key to happiness, but recently came upon the term work-life harmony, and am now revisiting the right way to approach life - for me. According to a Forbes article, "Work-life harmony is about you. It’s about your energy and where you invest it to make your life ...
New Year, New Playlist
Everyone needs a new playlist to start the year off right? It's not "new year, new me" it's "new year, new whatever YOU want" because it's your year. It's not about the perfect resolution or need to be perfect at all. Because it's about progress, not perfection. This playlist is about kicking the year off in ...
My word (not a resolution) for 2023
We recently had a podcast episode around reflection, and as this blog post speaks on some of those topics, it also takes it a step further into 2023. Read on, for more... Today we're taking a moment to reflect on our resolutions, and words for the year and upcoming New Year. Reflection is definitely something that ...
Reflecting Back…
With the year coming to an end (I cannot actually believe it's already here), it's a great time to reflect back on intentions and see how far you've come. Want to consider more about your purpose, intentions, and goals and resolutions for 2022 and perhaps how you move into next year? Before you plan, or reflect, listen ...
What If You Weren’t Feeling So Thankful This Past Thanksgiving?
Written by former contributing blogger, Daniela Forte (RIP). What comes to mind when you think of November? Thanksgiving, of course. But, what if you don’t feel so thankful for everything you have this holiday season? Or you are struggling to be grateful for what you have in your life because there is just too much weighing ...
Starting each Morning with Purpose
Ever want to hit snooze once, twice, perhaps twenty times in the AM? Ever feel like starting the morning is not as simple as the "morning people" say? I hear you. I definitely struggle to get my day started, but dedication is the key when motivation is lacking. Want to hear more on how I get ...
she rose despite the thorns
...fall into a poem, that may even inspire you... She felt beatenLike ropes on sunburnt skinHer tears swollen against her She laid thereNo words spokenHer breath just a beat She couldn’t lift her armRaise a word from her mouthSmell the fire around her Her life a furyHer heart a mazeHer head ready to fight She wasn’t one to lay downShe ...
Autumn is no longer just around the corner
...and I a so ready for all of it. The crisp weather. The fresh start you feel. How about you? Are you excited? What are your favorite things to do in the fall? My favorite things? It's not just about pumpkin, I swear. You'll have to listen to find out more and what ideas you ...